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Proposed Lease Authority for NASA Glenn Research Center

Original title: Text of Senate Amendment 6280

June 24, 2026

NASA Ohio Aerospace Institute Glenn Research Center Leasing Aeronautics Space Research Defense

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The Frame

What this does

This amendment would grant NASA the legal authority to bypass standard federal property leasing requirements to establish a long-term partnership with the Ohio Aerospace Institute at the Glenn Research Center.

Who is mentioned in the record

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National Aeronautics and Space Administration

The agency gains new authority to lease property and enter into support agreements with the Ohio Aerospace Institute.

Ohio Aerospace Institute

The organization becomes eligible to enter into long-term leases and service agreements with NASA at the Glenn Research Center.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 24, 2026.

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Summary

Senate Amendment 6280 proposes allowing the NASA Administrator to lease real property at the Glenn Research Center in Ohio to the Ohio Aerospace Institute for up to 99 years. The amendment also authorizes NASA to enter into support agreements and procure services from the Institute for research, education, and national security purposes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of this lease?

The lease is intended for the operation or construction of facilities for the Ohio Aerospace Institute to conduct aeronautical research, train engineers, protect national security, and transfer technology.

Does this amendment require NASA to pay for support services?

No, NASA may provide support services to the Institute with or without reimbursement, .

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Exemption from Standard Property Statutes

The amendment explicitly bypasses two major federal statutes (40 U.S.C. 1302 and 51 U.S.C. 20145) to expedite a specific institutional lease.

National Aeronautics and Space Administration Ohio Aerospace Institute

Connected Entities

locationGlenn Research Center“NASA facility in Ohio where the property is located.”Map →

organizationOhio Aerospace Institute“Non-profit organization designated as the lessee and partner for NASA.”Map →

personMr. Husted“Senator who submitted the amendment.”Map →

organizationNational Aeronautics and Space Administration“Federal agency authorized to lease property and enter agreements.”Map →

Sources

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